2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Ypsilon | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
